Thurston Point Cottage

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1.5 Sleeps 7 Gloucester
  • Welcome to Thurston Point Cottage!
    Welcome to Thurston Point Cottage!
  • Water views from around the house.
    Water views from around the house.
  • Water views from around the house.
    Water views from around the house.
  • View from the yard.
    View from the yard.
  • The back porch has wonderful views of the river.
    The back porch has wonderful views of the river.
  • Annisquam River at sunset as seen from porch.
    Annisquam River at sunset as seen from porch.
  • Front of the house.
    Front of the house.
  • Open-plan living & dining room.
    Open-plan living & dining room.
  • The living room has a TV area and a day bed to relax/sleep.
    The living room has a TV area and a day bed to relax/sleep.
  • The TV area overlooking the living room.
    The TV area overlooking the living room.
  • The living room features a dedicated workspace.
    The living room features a dedicated workspace.
  • Open-plan living & dining room.
    Open-plan living & dining room.
  • The dining area.
    The dining area.
  • Dining area seats upto 4 people.
    Dining area seats upto 4 people.
  • Dining area with natural light and serene window views.
    Dining area with natural light and serene window views.
  • There is access to the screened porch from the dining area.
    There is access to the screened porch from the dining area.
  • Dining area on the large screened-in porch.
    Dining area on the large screened-in porch.
  • The screened-in section of the wraparound porch.
    The screened-in section of the wraparound porch.
  • The fully-applianced kitchen.
    The fully-applianced kitchen.
  • The kitchen is spacious with plenty of room to cook and store essentials.
    The kitchen is spacious with plenty of room to cook and store essentials.
  • The kitchen is spacious with plenty of room to cook and store essentials.
    The kitchen is spacious with plenty of room to cook and store essentials.
  • Laundry made easy with a washer and dryer right in the kitchen.
    Laundry made easy with a washer and dryer right in the kitchen.
  • The fully-applianced kitchen.
    The fully-applianced kitchen.
  • The half-bath/powder room is located just off the kitchen.
    The half-bath/powder room is located just off the kitchen.
  • Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
    Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
  • Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
    Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
  • Primary bedroom with scenic river views.
    Primary bedroom with scenic river views.
  • The comfortable primary bedroom includes an AC unit.
    The comfortable primary bedroom includes an AC unit.
  • Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
    Primary Bedroom: includes a King bed and has river views.
  • Bedroom 2 with a double bed & a ceiling fan.
    Bedroom 2 with a double bed & a ceiling fan.
  • Bedroom 2 with a double bed & a ceiling fan.
    Bedroom 2 with a double bed & a ceiling fan.
  • Bedroom 2 has a window with garden views.
    Bedroom 2 has a window with garden views.
  • Full-bathroom located upstairs.
    Full-bathroom located upstairs.
  • Full-bathroom located upstairs.
    Full-bathroom located upstairs.
  • Bedroom 3 with a single bed.
    Bedroom 3 with a single bed.
  • Bedroom 3 has drawer space and a comfortable chair.
    Bedroom 3 has drawer space and a comfortable chair.
  • Bedroom 3 with a single bed.
    Bedroom 3 with a single bed.
  • The back porch is perfect to relax and unwind with the rocking chairs.
    The back porch is perfect to relax and unwind with the rocking chairs.
  • The back porch has an enclosed section with a trundle bed for sleeping amid the cool river breezes.
    The back porch has an enclosed section with a trundle bed for sleeping amid the cool river breezes.
  • Trundle bed on the back porch.
    Trundle bed on the back porch.
  • Large side yard with river views.
    Large side yard with river views.
  • Spacious screened-in porch at the side of the house.
    Spacious screened-in porch at the side of the house.
  • Views out from the screened-in porch.
    Views out from the screened-in porch.
  • Side view of the house.
    Side view of the house.
  • View of the Annisquam River from the large yard.
    View of the Annisquam River from the large yard.
  • Plenty of parking space.
    Plenty of parking space.
  • Another view of the house from the yard.
    Another view of the house from the yard.
  • View from the garden, deck with rocking chairs on the left.
    View from the garden, deck with rocking chairs on the left.
  • Front facade of the house.
    Front facade of the house.
  • Private dock is just across the large yard.
    Private dock is just across the large yard.
  • The private dock.
    The private dock.
  • View of the Annisquam River from the private dock.
    View of the Annisquam River from the private dock.
  • View of the house from the private dock.
    View of the house from the private dock.

Get away from it all and unwind at this comfortable riverfront vacation retreat. Located in a quiet neighborhood, Thurston Point Cottage offers a relaxing atmosphere with spectacular sunset views over the Annisquam River.

Inside, there are three bedrooms and 1.5 baths, along with a bonus enclosed sleeping porch overlooking the river. Mini-splits keep the house cool in the summer and warm in the shoulder seasons.

Sip a cool drink on one of the large porches and watch the boats go by or drive into downtown Gloucester or nearby Rockport to explore shops, restaurants, waterfront, and a vibrant arts scene.

Swim and kayak from the property or even fish off the deepwater dock, which can accommodate boats up to 18' and has a ladder on the side to make it easy to get in and out of the river for a refreshing swim. Either way, you'll enjoy the perfect summer escape!

No smoking. No events or parties

What's Included in Your Stay


Every Atlantic Vacation Homes rental is a fully furnished home with a kitchen, living space, bedrooms, and bathrooms as shown on the listing. Because each home is unique, amenities and supplies vary by home and may change with the season. Your home's listing page has the details.


Household Supplies


Each home is equipped with an initial supply of essentials for your arrival including:



  • Dish soap and a kitchen sponge

  • Dishwasher detergent, plus laundry detergent in homes with a washer

  • Trash bags

  • Coffee and basic pantry items, such as salt and pepper

  • Paper towels


For longer stays, you may need to pick up more along the way.


Bedrooms & Linens



  • Fresh linens are provided based on the home's advertised occupancy.

  • All bedding, including blankets and comforters, is professionally laundered between each guest stay.

  • Standard beds are made before arrival.

  • Trundles, top bunks, futons, and sleeper sofas include linens but are not made in advance.


Kitchen


Kitchens include a refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, coffee maker, cookware, utensils, dishes, glassware, and basic dining essentials. Most homes also have a microwave, and many include a toaster or other small appliances.


Bathrooms


Full bathrooms include bath and hand towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and toilet paper. Half bathrooms include hand soap and toilet paper.


Wi-Fi


Wi-Fi is provided in every home.


Amenities


Amenities vary by home and are listed on each home's listing page. These may include laundry, irons, hair dryers, air conditioning, grills, beach towels and chairs, TVs, hot tubs, outdoor furniture, docks, and recreational equipment.


Housekeeping


Each home has a vacuum and basic cleaning supplies. Mid-stay cleanings are available on request for an additional fee.


Optional Add-Ons


Depending on the home and season, additional services may be available, including grocery delivery, scooter rentals, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and other local experiences.


Your Stay Information


Before you arrive, we'll send you everything you need to know about your home and the area, including check-in instructions, Wi-Fi details, house information, and local recommendations. You'll have access to it throughout your stay.


Easy Checkout


No need to strip the beds. Before you leave, just:



  • Load and start the dishwasher

  • Put the trash out


Safety & Support


Every home includes standard safety equipment, such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.


Our team is here to help with whatever you need, whether that's booking a mid-stay cleaning or add-on, extending your stay, or answering a question. Reach us by phone or text. For urgent maintenance issues, lockouts, and emergencies, we're available 24/7.

Primary Bedroom

1 King

The Primary bedroom contains a King bed and has river views, and a AC unit.

Bedroom 2

1 Full/Double

This room contains a Full bed.

Bedroom 3

1 Twin/Single

This room contains a Single bed.

Bathroom 1

A half bath, off of the kitchen.

Bathroom 2

Full bathroom with a shower/tub combo.

Living/Dining Room

1 Twin/Single

The L-shaped living room has multiple seating areas, a day bed, and a flat-screen TV as well as access to the large back porch overlooking the river.

Kitchen

The galley kitchen is well-equipped and recently updated.

Sleeping Porch

1 Twin/Single

The back porch has an enclosed section with a trundle bed for sleeping amid the cool river breezes.

Standard

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Fire Extinguisher(s)
  • Linens & Bath Towels Included
  • No Smoking or Vaping Anywhere on Property
  • SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP) Cleaning Procedures
  • Smoke Detectors
  • WiFi
  • Shampoo
  • Essentials: Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper

Climate

  • AC: Mini-Splits
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fan(s)

Entertainment

  • Cable Television
  • Television

Kitchen

  • Cookware, Dishes, and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Electric Stove/Range
  • Lobster Pot
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator/Freezer
  • Toaster Oven
  • Full Kitchen

Living

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Jetted Tub
  • Laundry: Washer
  • Desk or Work Area

Local Area

  • River
  • Swim From Property
  • Water Views
  • Waterfront

Outdoor/Exterior

  • Deck
  • Deepwater Dock
  • Gas Grill
  • Parking: 4 Cars
  • Porch
  • Screened Porch
  • Yard/Garden
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Private Dock

Accessibility

  • Private Entrance
LEAVE A REVIEW
August 20, 2026 - Google

by Trent R.

This is our second time staying at Thurston Point Cottage and we love it! It’s perfect for our family and having direct access to the water for paddle boarding and kayaking is so nice. It’s private and quiet and beautiful!

Thank you so much for your kind review Trent, we're so glad you loved the property and we look forward to welcoming you and your family back again next year as well!

July 27, 2026 - Airbnb

by Kendall S.

A beautiful home right on the water ( dock was our favorite part). My family and I enjoyed swimming and paddle boarding. There was plenty of linens and towels. House is old but that gave it character.

Thank you so much for your kind review Kendall, we're so glad to hear you loved the home and we hope to welcome you and your family back again!

September 22, 2025 - Google

by Kevin
September 8, 2025 - Google

by Thomas

Spectacular view, quiet spot, nice dock.

Thank you so much for your kind review!

August 17, 2025 - Google

Amazing Rental!

by Trent

Amazing rental! Perfect location and perfect house for a family! Atlantic Vacation Homes’ staff was super-responsive and helpful. Rental is close to town and the private dock is great for sunning, watching boats, swimming or kayaking!

Thank you so much for your kind review, we hope to see you again!

July 26, 2025 - VRBO

Beautiful Views

by Brent

Delightful cottage for the 4 of us to attend our family's reunion. We enjoyed the beautiful view from the porch daily. The area is quiet and peaceful! Thank you for having coffee filters for us!

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!

July 30, 2024 - Website

Love this place

by Alex B.

We have been here twice. It's truly a gem. Sitting on the dock or in the rocking chairs—it all works. It's just a place to create magical summer memories. And the service from Atlantic Vacation Homes is exceptional. We have no real complaints, but if the owner would consider adding an outdoor shower and providing a few kayaks, both would be welcome additions.

July 14, 2024 - Airbnb

by Brian

Awesome sunset views from porch. Would definitely go back.

August 22, 2023 - Website

Our second stay at Thurston Point Cottage

by Todd R.

Our family of five just got back from our second stay at this house. We love it there. The house and location are great. We hope to book again next year.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

September 17, 2022 - Website

Beautiful Annisquam River vacation home

by Carol

Thurston Point Cottage was the perfect place to relax, swim, and kayak. We even kayaked down to Mile Marker One for lunch and up to Wingaersheek for the beach. It was a treat having our own dock and the house had everything we needed. We mostly had dinners at wonderful Gloucester restaurants, so didn't do much cooking. But we made breakfasts and some lunches and it was very well appointed. The king sized bed was quite comfortable and we loved having three different types of porches for sitting outside and enjoying meals or coffee or beer or wine. There were plenty of towels and dishes and everything was so clean and well organized when we arrived. Truly a pleasure.

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We hope to see you again in the future.

September 11, 2021 - Website

Precious Charming Cottage

by Shannon
I couldn't possible speak higher about this precious spot. Talk about idyllic! I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Everything was very clean and well appointed. My husband loved it so much, that we canceled our final dinner plans and grilled up some steaks instead just to enjoy as much time there as possible. Please keep this as a rental as I'd give my eye teeth to be able to stay here again.
October 2, 2020 - Website

On the River

by Michelle
Very comfortable home & space. The porch & the Dock really add to the experience of the River location.
July 25, 2019 - Website

Family & Friends Time on the River

by Michelle
I was very pleased with the presentation of the house. Towels in each room a very nice touch.A Quick response for any issue was noted. Great vacation time.
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you were pleased with the house and that everyone had a wonderful vacation. We hope to see you again on Cape Ann soon.
July 15, 2019 - Website

Wonderful Week

by Anne
We stayed in this cottage for a beautiful July week. The cottage was clean and as pictured. The location is beautiful. Sitting on the porch each morning watching the boats go by was wonderful. We brought our 17' boat and enjoyed it every day. I highly recommend this cottage.
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are thrilled that you had a wonderful stay at this cottage, and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
September 5, 2018 - Website

Rocking Chair porch

by Anne
The location of this cottage is fantastic! Great spot to watch the boats on the river, enjoy a kayak or swim right from the dock and enjoy the rocking chairs on the porch with coffee or wine. Wonderful place.
July 25, 2018 - Website

Relaxing and surrounded by Tranquility.

by Anne
A summer family vacation that was much anticipated. The weather was sunny and warm during the day and cool at night without a/c. Beds were comfortable and plenty of towels supplied. During the day we enjoyed the beach and the evenings were spent Stripper fishing from the dock. A wonderful family vacation had by all in Gloucester on the Annisquam River.
Thank you for sharing your vacation experience with us. We are glad to see that you and your family had a wonderful and relaxing stay. We hope to welcome you back in 2019!
July 18, 2016 - Website

Peaceful and Comfortable

by Unknown
Lovely to sit on the porch and look at the water, although there is a dock and canoes available. Perfect summer cottage.
July 27, 2015 - Website

Thurston point cottage review

by Mary
We had a delightful time. View from porch is fabulous.
July 2, 2015 - Website

Lovely and Peaceful

by Unknown
Just right.
June 24, 2015 - Website

Thurston Point Cottage

by Anne
Had a lovely time. A perfect vacation cottage. The location is wonderful and the house charming. I know the owners talk about updating the kitchen but I love it. Has everything a cook needs. Perhaps the single bed could be updated? Ok for a child but not good for adult backs.
We love returning guests. Thank you!
August 25, 2014 - Website

Perfect.

by Unknown
Lovely view of the river and happy boaters going by. The house was clean and furnished perfectly. Peaceful. Nice porches for reading, talking with friends, and even bridge.
September 26, 2013 - Website

Annisquam vacation

by Anne

Lovely house. The beds are a bit soft and saggy. Atlantic Vacation Homes is wonderful!

Thank you for your feedback regarding the beds. We will look into the mattress issue! 

August 26, 2013 - Website

Perfect.

by Unknown
Clean and cozy with a wonderful view of the river from the porch.
August 16, 2013 - Website

Loved the cottage and view

by John
A pleasant cottage in a lovely part of the cape.
September 10, 2012 - Website

The Cottage You Never Want to Leave

by Anita
I loved the space inside this cottage. I felt at home right away. Such caring thoughtfulness has gone into every detail. All of our needs were anticipated and fulfilled.The seaside colors each room was decorated with. Could catch the sun and the breezes from the porches; from the big one with six rocking chairs facing the Annisquam, to the two screened ones for smaller occasions. It was great to have the washer and dryer in the kitchen. An abundance of linens and bedding options. Yard nicely landscaped. I liked watching the different boats go to and from the harbor, and watching the birds--the egrets, cormorants, seagulls, mockingbirds, blue birds, sparrows going about their lives. Beautiful.
August 29, 2011 - Website

Wonderful in every way.

by Unknown
Sitting on the porch with a book and friends, looking out to the marshes and riverways was one of the most peaceful times I've had in ages. The cottage was a lovely New England house in tip-top condition.
August 3, 2011 - Website

Absolute bliss!

by Unknown
We owe Georgia at AVH a huge thanks for recommending Thurston House for our summer vacation in July. We had wanted to be directly on the Ocean but Georgia described the river and Thurston House and we decided to go with it. I can't tell you how delighted we were when we arrived to see a very quaint and romantic cottage with a large verandah and peaceful views. The photos on the website do not do this cottage justice. We spent our days swimming off the dock, cycling to Gloucester and Rockport, dining and reading on the verandah. We made gourmet dinners each night and although the kitchen is quaintly dated, it was well appointed and had everything we needed. Thank you to AVH! We hope to return next year.
So glad that you enjoyed Thurston Point! It truly is a lovely place that has all the amenities, but still retains its original charm and romantic atmosphere. Come back and see us next year and we will be happy to accomodate your needs. Oh and by the way, Georgia has a sixth sense about these rentals, we are lucky to have her! AVH staff
July 18, 2011 - Website

Peace and Quiet

by Lee
Peaceful, quiet, care free--that's how I would describe our stay at Thurston Point Cottage. The cottage was simple, but offered everything we needed to get away and relax for the week. The sunsets were amazing. The kayaking and swimming in Annisquam River was refreshing. And the proximity to shopping, restaurants, etc. just made it all that much better. Thank you for a wonderful stay and fine hospitality.
Thurston Point Cottage is truly the type of place where time can just slip by! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the accomodations and its proximity to all Cape Ann has to offer. AVH Staff
June 27, 2011 - Website

A peaceful retreat

by Carolyn
Our stay at Thurston Point Cottage was my gift to myself for finishing cancer treatment, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The house is cozy, with a lovely retro kitchen and vintage furniture. The view is stunning, especially the sunsets. We spent our days in rocking chairs on the porch, watching egrets and cormorants skim the river. When we felt energetic, we took the kayaks out and paddled along the shoreline. On cooler days we sat in the screened porch and played board games. It was so different from our busy (and, lately, dramatic) daily life. and really gave us a chance to relax and recharge.
We are so pleased that you found a comforting respite at Thurston Point and good for you for treating yourself after such a difficult ordeal. Thurston Point is a gem especially for the views and access to the beautiful Annisquam River. We hope all goes well for you and that you come back and visit us soon! AVH staff
August 29, 2010 - Website

Happy with Gloucester

by Shirley
I love the area. The only thing missing from this property was heat (we were there during a nor'easter and would have appreciated that). This would also make it rentable in other seasons.
July 26, 2010 - Website

by Anne
Thank you for your favorable review of Thurston Cottage. We are very glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to serving your vacation needs in the future.
July 21, 2010 - Website

by Anne
Thank you for your review of Thurston Point Cottage and feel free to contact us for your future rental needs.
August 31, 2009 - Website

Place worked beautifully for our family. View off the porch was just beautiful.

by Unknown
House had amenities like a washer dryer and beach chairs which made things easier for a summer visit.
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